Essays about: "purchasing risk management"

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  1. 1. Purchasing and digitalization in an era of turbulence

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

    Author : Vishal Natesan; Emil Sarajlic; [2023]
    Keywords : Supplying; digitisation; digitalization; Artificial Intelligence; Turbulence; Delivery performance; Duni Group; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Abstract Title: Purchasing and digitalization in an era of turbulence Authors: Emil Sarajlic & Vishal Natesan Supervisor: Wilbert Baerwaldt, Director Sourcing and Value Chain at Duni AB Louise Bildsten, Department of Industrial Management & Logistics, Faculty of Engineering, Lund University Examiner: Jan Olhager, Department of Industrial Management & Logistics, Faculty of Engineering, Lund University Background: This research delves into the uncertainties and challenges encountered in global supply chain operations, exacerbated by unpredictable events such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2021 Suez Canal obstruction. These disruptions can lead to stock-outs, poor capacity utilization, and the need for expensive buffers. READ MORE

  3. 2. Customer Related Risks : A Garment Manufacturer Perspective

    University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Akademin för textil, teknik och ekonomi

    Author : Caroline Lindholm; Filippa Vasilis; Astrid Hansson; [2022]
    Keywords : Risk; Risk Management; Garment Manufacturing; Malaysia; Buyer-Supplier Relationship; Purchasing Practices;

    Abstract : This paper examines risks that arise from buyer-manufacturer relationships from Malaysian garment manufacturers' perspectives. In addition, the risk management techniques used to handle these risks are studied and cross-examined. The nature of the relationship is also discussed in relation to the risks and risk management techniques identified. READ MORE

  4. 3. Purchasing Assessment Tool – Assessment and benchmarking of strategic purchaser skill set

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

    Author : Harald Österling; [2022]
    Keywords : Purchasing and supply management; Procurement; Competencies; Purchasing performance management PPM ; Strategic purchasing competencies; Competency assessment; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : According to studies, a strategically aligned purchasing strategy can increase both purchasing and business performance. The foundation for executing a strategically aligned purchasing strategy is the fact that strategic purchasing professionals inherit the relevant competencies and that organizations have tools to track purchasing professionals' performance. READ MORE

  5. 4. Managing Commodity Price Volatility : A Multi-Case Study

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Erik Hällgren; Viktor Ljungdahl; [2022]
    Keywords : Commodity price volatility; raw material; strategic sourcing; Covid-19; supplier relationship management; product segmentation; escalator clause.; prisvolatilitet; råmaterial; strategiskt inköp; Covid-19; leverantörsrelationer; produktportfölj; råmaterialklausul.;

    Abstract : This study investigates possible ways of managing commodity price volatility from a purchasing perspective and how the applicability of tools depends on company specific circumstances. Covid-19 has created large disruptions in global supply chains and led to increased price volatility for virtually all commodities. READ MORE

  6. 5. Currency Substitution and Risk Management

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Andreas Windahl; Jóel Ísak Jóelsson; [2022]
    Keywords : Risk Management; Natural Resources; Fisheries Management; Functional Currency; Purchasing Power Parity; Business and Economics;

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